Opportunity Information: Apply for AFYDE TSCTP GR POLECON 2020
The Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership Program (POL/ECON) grant opportunity from the U.S. Embassy in Yaounde (Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cameroon) is a discretionary funding call designed to strengthen public trust in local governance in Cameroon's Far North Region, with a strong focus on law enforcement and the criminal justice system. The program is framed around the idea that improving relationships between communities and state security and justice institutions can reduce vulnerability to radicalization and support more effective, legitimate responses to terrorism-related threats. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, which generally means the U.S. government expects to remain actively involved in the project during implementation rather than simply providing funds with minimal engagement.
The central goal is to increase public confidence in local governance, especially in how police, gendarmes, and the justice sector operate and interact with citizens in the Far North. Projects are expected to address three connected objectives that together aim to reduce mistrust, improve communication, and encourage constructive public participation in security and justice processes. The overall emphasis is not only on operational effectiveness, but also on professionalism, transparency, and community engagement, particularly in contexts where communities may feel alienated from or fearful of authorities.
The first objective focuses on public awareness and understanding among citizens who may be vulnerable to radicalization. Funded activities should help community members better understand the mission and priorities of law enforcement and why cooperation with authorities matters. This includes clarifying the importance of reporting information, sharing concerns safely, and participating in criminal justice processes when relevant. In practical terms, this objective points toward outreach and education efforts that explain how law enforcement operates, what citizens can expect, and how community cooperation supports public safety and due process.
The second objective is about building practical, ongoing communication channels between local communities and the police and gendarmerie. The intent is to move beyond one-off engagements and instead create regular, credible ways for citizens and security forces to interact. Activities supported under this objective should help officers communicate in a more professional manner and improve their understanding of local concerns. This suggests projects that foster dialogue, feedback loops, and community-oriented policing approaches, aiming to reduce tensions and misunderstandings while increasing responsiveness and respect in day-to-day interactions.
The third objective targets the relationship between the justice system and the broader population, with special attention to terrorism-related cases. The program seeks to increase mutual understanding and to improve public access to and participation in the justice process. This can involve addressing barriers that keep people from engaging with courts or legal procedures, improving public knowledge of legal rights and responsibilities, and encouraging confidence that terrorism cases are handled fairly and transparently. The objective underscores the idea that counterterrorism efforts are more sustainable when communities believe the justice system is accessible and legitimate, and when they are willing to participate as witnesses, victims, or informed citizens.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number AFYDE TSCTP GR POLECON 2020 and is associated with CFDA 19.222. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, with an award ceiling of $395,000 and an expectation of one award. The opportunity was created on May 18, 2020, with an original closing date of July 17, 2020. Eligibility is noted broadly as "Others" with additional details referenced in the full announcement, indicating that applicants likely include a range of non-traditional or varied entities beyond standard categories, depending on the embassy's specific eligibility language.
Overall, this funding opportunity supports a targeted intervention in Cameroon's Far North that treats community trust, law enforcement professionalism, and justice-sector accessibility as core elements of counterterrorism prevention. The expected result is stronger cooperation between citizens and institutions, better communication and accountability in security services, and greater public confidence in criminal justice procedures, particularly where terrorism-related concerns are involved.Apply for AFYDE TSCTP GR POLECON 2020
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cameroon in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership Program-POL/ECON, U.S. Embassy Yaoundé" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.222.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 18, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 17, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $395,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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